For more information on any Mentor Program, contact
Jennifer Nocerino
Mentor Programs
Mentor programs are a great way to make contacts and learn about job opportunities in your field of interest.
Careers Roundtable Discussions Mentors
Sun., 22 Oct., 10:00 a.m.-noon
Pennsylvania Convention Center, 201A
Looking for a job — now or in the future?
Join this group of mentors for one-on-one career advice, networking opportunities, and job-market perspectives. They represent a broad range of geoscience-related professions, including academics, industry, and government agencies. This FREE come-and-go event is open to everyone. Registration not required.
| This year's Careers Roundtable Mentors: |
| Allyson Anderson, Dave Applegate, Eric Bear, Paul Doss, Mark Eisner, Martha Garcia, Frank Getchell, Elizabeth Haynes, Jill Karsten, Steve Kluge, Rosaly Lopes, Peter Folger, Jason Petula, Lisa Rossbacher, Dallas Rhodes, Marilyn Suiter, John Waugh |
Mann Mentors in Applied Hydrogeology
Tues., 24 Oct., noon-3:00 p.m.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Pursuing a Hydrogeology Career Path?
The Mann Mentors in Applied Hydrogeology Program underwrites the cost for up to 25 students to attend the distinguished Hydrogeology Division Luncheon and Awards Presentation. That's right — no cost to students.
Eligible students are those who have:
- checked the box on their membership application indicating their professional interest in hydrology / hydrogeology, AND
- registered for the Annual Meeting by 15 September 2006.
The lucky recipients of these tickets will have the chance to meet with some of the nation's most distinguished hydrogeologists. FREE tickets will be awarded to the first 25 students who respond to an e-mail invitation, based on the eligibility criteria above. Registration required.
| This year's Mann Mentors: | ||
| Northeastern | North-Central | Southeastern |
|---|---|---|
| G. Patrick Bowling, Mark W. Eisner, Grank Getchell, Benjamin G. Greeley, Donald D. Machusak, Michael W. Smith, Susan G. Price | Scott Blanchard, Ralph J. Haefner, Claire Hruby, Chris Kenah, Rodney A. Sheets, James T. Wood | Kyle M. Champion, Dawn E. James, Todd K. Kafka, Richard A. Mann, Randal Rogers |
Geology in Government Mentors
 Sponsored by the U.S. Geological Survey |
Mon., 23 Oct. 2006, 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Marriott, Grand Ballroom, Salon F
A FREE lunch for undergraduate and graduate students will be held at GSA's Philadelphia meeting. This popular annual event will feature a select panel of mentors [ view mentors ] representing various government agencies. Mentors will invite questions from the students, offer advice about preparing for a career, and comment on the prospects for current and future job opportunities within their agencies. Registration not required. Every student registered for the Annual Meeting will receive a ticket to this event along with their badge; however, attendance is limited, so arrive early!
| This year's Geology in Government Mentors: | |
| Allyson Anderson, AGI Congressional Fellow Maureen Bottrell, Geologist/Forensic Examiner, Federal Bureau of Investigation Laboratory Martha Garcia, USGS Program Coordinator Bruce Heise, Geologist, Geologic Resources Division, National Park Service |
Jason Petula, K-12 Teacher, Tunkhannock Area High School James Robertson, Director, Wisconsin Geological Survey Marilyn Suiter, Geologist, Program Director, Education & Human Resources Directorate |